A predicted parallel branch slicer for use in an adaptive decision feedback equalizer includes Mk adders commonly receiving a signal to be processed and respectively receiving Mk preset values, and performing respective addition operations to generate Mk output signals; Mk slicers in communication with...http://www.google.de/patents/US20040234002?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20040234002 - Predicted parallel branch slicer and slicing method thereof